GCSB News & Updates

Dodge Military-Targeted Scams

July is Military Consumer Month. Sadly, scammers frequently target military families, veterans, and active-duty service members, by attempting to steal money, benefits, or personal information. Military Consumer Month is a great time to learn the warning signs and...

Fake Invoices Can Cost Small Businesses Big Money

Running a small business takes a lot of work. It includes keeping track of expenses, invoices, and payments. Unfortunately, scammers know all too well about the ins and outs of small businesses. Scammers take advantage of small business owners with fake invoices to...

Looking for Extra Income? Watch Out for Side Hustle Scams

With the rising cost of everyday expenses, many people are looking for side jobs or flexible ways to earn extra income. Unfortunately, scammers know that too. They often use fake job opportunities to target people looking for a side hustle or extra cash. These scams...

Career Opportunity: Universal Banker in Panora

Guthrie County State Bank is seeking a new team member for the position of full-time Universal Banker at our Panora location. We are seeking applicants who are self-starters, who thrive on building customer and colleague relationships and who enjoy living and working...

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Fraud Friday: Vishing (Voice Phishing)

In today's digital age, it's crucial to be aware of emerging cyber threats like vishing and spoofing. Vishing, a blend of "voice" and "phishing," is a sneaky tactic where scammers trick people into sharing personal information over the phone through voice cloning and...

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Fraud Friday: Guard Your Gift Cards

Welcome to this week’s edition of Fraud Friday with Guthrie County State Bank! On this Fraud Friday, we're highlighting a common and troublesome issue: gift card scamming. Here are ways to spot this scam and prevent falling victim to it. Check for the “Gift’ in “Gift...

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Fraud Friday: Bitcoin Scams

Welcome to another Fraud Friday with Guthrie County State Bank! This time, we’re taking a closer look at a concerning new trend: Bitcoin ATM Scams. Bitcoin in general is still fairly new territory for many people, which is why scammers love to use it to their...

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Fraud Friday: Debt Relief Scams

Happy Friday! We're back with more important tips to keep you and your money safe from fraud. This week, we are highlighting a common scheme called Debt Relief Scams.  Let's dive into five simple steps you can take to avoid falling for these scams. Understanding Debt...

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Spring into Kindness this May! #GCSBMayDay

Help spread smiles as we move into spring for the chance to win $500* toward a nonprofit or local business of your choice. The GCSB May Day Promotion is back, which means it’s time for you to give back to your community – and we want to see! Give back this May by...

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